Senior OpenStack Engineer

PDDN

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Posted on: 9/18/2025

Origin: • 🇺🇸 United States • California

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About the role

Lead and execute OpenStack 18 installations in enterprise environments.
Support OpenStack upgrades (from versions 16 and 17 to 18), ensuring minimal downtime and data integrity.
Deploy and configure OpenStack-on-OpenShift components as part of version 18 rollouts.
Collaborate with client stakeholders and internal teams to define architecture, deployment strategies, and best practices.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across compute, storage, and networking layers.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers if needed.
Document installation procedures, configurations, and operational guidelines.
Ensure compliance with client’s security and operational standards.
Integrate OpenStack deployments with CI/CD pipelines and monitoring/logging tools.
Work remotely as part of a contract-based engagement supporting a strategic customer initiative.

Advance proficiency and hands-on experience OpenStack versions 16, 17, and 18.
Experience in new deployments and upgrades for OpenStack 16, 17 and 18.
Deep understanding of OpenStack core components: Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone, Horizon, TripleO, etc.
Experience with OpenStack-on-OpenShift (TripleO, Helm charts, Kubernetes integration).
Strong Linux administration skills (preferably RHEL/CentOS).
Proficiency in automation tools like Ansible, Python, Shell Script, Heat.
Familiarity with Ceph storage, SDN, and container orchestration.
Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenStack Administration or equivalent.
Experience working with telecom clients or large-scale enterprise OpenStack deployments.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Experience integrating OpenStack deployments into automated pipelines.
Customer-facing experience and strong communication and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and hit the ground running in fast-paced environments.
Monitoring & Logging tools knowledge: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack.